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Who is Dr. Arunachalam, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Athis Arunachalam is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Arunachalam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arunachalam’s office.
What languages does Dr. Arunachalam speak?
Dr. Arunachalam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Arunachalam typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Arunachalam diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Arunachalam. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Hyaline Membrane Disease
- Neonatal Respiratory Distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- P220: Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn
Also known as:
- Slow Feeding in Newborns
- Common Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant and Newborn Nutrition
- Infant slow eating
- Baby taking long to feed
- Newborn feeding difficulties
ICD-10 Codes:
- P922: Slow feeding of newborn
Also known as:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant breathing difficulty
- Neonatal respiratory distress
- Baby lung distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- P229: Respiratory distress of newborn, unspecified
Also known as:
- Newborn Jaundice
- Jaundice
- Neonatal Jaundice
- Infant Jaundice
- Physiological Jaundice
ICD-10 Codes:
- P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Arunachalam typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Athis Arunachalam may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Arunachalam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Arunachalam accept my insurance?
Dr. Arunachalam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Arunachalam accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Arunachalam in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Arunachalam's office located?
What is Dr. Arunachalam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Arunachalam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457507931.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arunachalam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Arunachalam
What is Dr. Athis Arunachalam's specialty?
Dr. Arunachalam is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Athis Arunachalam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Arunachalam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Athis Arunachalam accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Athis Arunachalam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Athis Arunachalam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Arunachalam's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Athis Arunachalam?
Please contact Dr. Arunachalam's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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